Wearable Art
Air Jordans and Lady Gaga have more in common than you think. They are both examples of wearable art. From sports apparel to accessory design and costuming, this course will explore art on the canvas of the body or in the hands of the consumer. Sketch and design, construct and sew, paint and dye, adapt and reinvent. Students will create wearable products and discuss form vs. function of a design and how it applies to that consumer. Using both traditional and non-traditional materials, Wearable Art explores thematic concepts and sculptural techniques to manipulate and transform materials in new and creative ways. Students may also work with props and backdrops, special effects makeup, and other elements to create and enhance their creations. Topics of Sustainability, Propaganda, Trends, Consumer Usage, and Visual Merchandising help strengthen students' understanding of art in multiple textile-related industries.
